Suzhou Blue Gate Youth Hostel

Easy access from the high speed rail station. Location is excellent. Close to the landmarks of Suzhou. Comfortable. Good value for money.

Stayed 4 nights in dorm room Expectation/Reality: the room was not the same as the picture. Although after 2 nights I was offered to change to the rooms which matched the pictures. Security: the initial room had low security. Open dorm and the lockers were easily opened. Not secure without additional precautions. Hygiene: average for Chinese hostel, generally okay and acceptable. Not great, but not terrible. Hospitality: seems like one person is responsible for everything. She was very responsive and nice. Social Atmosphere: okay area to socialize but no obvious hostel organized activities. Space is good however, board games, beers and coffee available. Overall, the location is the main selling point, close to a convenient metro and to many attractions. Average on comfort, low on security, generally adequate for a short term stay.

I stayed at the hostel during renovation works, so I won't bother reviewing the rooms or cleanliness, as it will obviously change in the following days. What I can say (that won't change) is that the location is great (right next to the twin pagodas) and that the owner is fluent in English.

Nice place to stay for one night. Good location, English speaking stuff. Everything ok. Highly Recommended

Great cheap hostel! Really nice location, felt safe and host was very friendly and helpful!

Clean and comfortable stay, the lady at the desk is very helpful and nice. Nice stay here, and close to some of the main attractions of Suzhou. More traditional style of hostel. Would recommend.